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Holiday Exclusive: Five Temple Bicycle Stations in Shuangxi to Open on the 21st
In recent years, cycling has become increasingly popular. To create a bike-friendly rest environment, the Shuangxi Township Office will launch holiday bicycle temple stations starting March 21. These five stations are located at “Weihui Temple” in Changyuan Village, “Baomin Hall” in Yuxing Village, “Shoushan Temple” in Taiping Village, “Qingyun Temple” in Mudan Village, and “Ci’an Temple” in Sangang Village. Operating from 9:00 to 16:00 on holidays, they serve as rest stops for cyclists, offering services such as Shuangxi tourism maps, bike racks, water dispensers, coffee, tea bags, seating, air pumps, basic tire repair tools, and restrooms.
Wandering through the alleys of Taipei, I discovered the Cuban sandwich I’d been longing for
I had just planned to kill some time in the morning, but unexpectedly found a satisfying Cubano. Sunny Cafe, one of the most popular hangouts for motorcycle enthusiasts last year—whether that’s directly or indirectly related to the beautiful and charming owner, well, who knows. The place has spacious interiors and comfy sofas, striking a balance between classy and lively—it’s definitely a great spot for guys to gather.
Vision / Must-visit viral attractions in 2015!
The Lunar New Year has just passed, bidding farewell to the heavily bundled winter, as temperatures gradually warm up. Are you especially looking forward to the holidays and eager to go out and explore? Don’t underestimate Taiwan’s small size — in fact, new highlights worth visiting and experiencing emerge periodically, becoming the next viral hotspots.
China Airlines designates this year as the “Year of Employees” Sun Hongxiang: One-month salary bonus to be issued in March
China Airlines Group held its annual group banquet today (20th). Chairman Sun Hongxiang stated that this year (2015) will be designated as the Year of Employees, with plans to issue employees an additional month’s salary in March, and a commitment to better address employee needs.
Cantonese-style crispy skin roast duck – a dream combo of premium Yilan northern ducks and handmade pancakes
Longdu Roast Duck is definitely one of the famous roast duck restaurants I've always wanted to try. First, because you can't enjoy roast duck alone, and of course, you also need the right company to make the experience more enjoyable. But waiting indefinitely wasn’t an option — I might never get to try it. So back in January, I called ahead to reserve a table, planning to gather friends closer to the date. And sure enough, that’s how I finally fulfilled my long-time wish of eating at Longdu Roast Duck.
"Rice Turtles, Aged Liquor & Sorghum" on the Table – Experience Kinmen, Matsu & Penghu Without Flying
Kinmen, Matsu, and Penghu are three uniquely distinctive islands in Taiwan. Now, you can experience the beauty of these outlying islands without taking a plane or boat. Today (20th), the three counties held the "National Land Development Exhibition – Kinmen, Matsu & Penghu Outlying Islands Themed Week" at the former site of the Air Force Command Headquarters. Residents from the three islands brought local cultural relics and specialties, including Kinmen Kaoliang liquor, Matsu specialties, and Penghu’s unique rice turtles for the Lantern Festival, all warmly introduced by local residents.
Sheep "Plum" Power: Nantou Plum Festival 2015 Features Free DIY for 1,000 People
The annual Nantou Plum Festival will kick off on March 22, featuring a thousand-person free green plum DIY event, plum sushi, the Sheep Plum Power competition, and more activities to make this year's festival even livelier and more fun than previous years.
Dream Your Way into a Wonderland Without Bumps: Traffic Info for the 2015 Calla Lily Festival at Zhuzihu
Spring has arrived, and the pure white, fresh calla lilies are in full bloom Up！The Zhuzihu Calla Lily Festival, kicking off on March 20, takes "Dreaming Your Way into a Wonderland – Zhuzihu" as its theme this year, using characters and scenes from “Alice in Wonderland” as the main concept for landscape design, adding a touch of dreamy charm and childlike fun to Zhuzihu.
It's on the move: "Kaohsiung Light Rail" undergoing dynamic testing, trial operation in August
The construction of Kaohsiung’s circular light rail is in full swing. Although the project was temporarily affected by last year’s gas explosion, dynamic testing is expected to begin on the 23rd, with partial service planned to commence in August this year.
Have some wine and keep your headphones handy — 6 tips to make economy class feel like first class
Flying economy internationally can indeed be a bit cramped — you’ll have to ask your neighbor to move over just to get to the restroom, and you’ll need to take a big step to get out of your seat. There’s not much you can do about it, as not everyone can afford first class. But with a few tricks, you can still achieve a nearly first-class experience. Here are some tips from the internationally renowned travel magazine Traveler for you to consider.
Mastering the flavors just right – “Find Meal 2” handcrafts over 60% of its sauces and fillings
Specialty breakfast shops in Taipei keep popping up one after another. The well-known “Find Meal Shop” in Da’an District has opened its second branch (Find Meal 2) in an alley behind Taipei Medical University. With its simple and unadorned decor, the only downside is the limited seating. The menu here differs from that of a typical breakfast shop. Shop owner Huang Ying-hui says many items are specially designed, and over 60% of the sauces and fillings are handmade. This allows for more precise flavor control—for example, the caramel is slowly cooked from No. 2 sugar.
China Airlines expands fleet, recruits 400 new international staff in first half of 2015
The first round of cabin crew recruitment by China Airlines this year attracted over 6,000 applicants from both domestic and overseas. The preliminary screening for local Chinese cabin crew was held on the 21st at the China Airlines campus in Taoyuan, with plans to hire 300 candidates.
Universal Studios Japan to unveil new "Jurassic Park" area in spring 2016
Following the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios Japan is set to launch a new outdoor themed area—“Jurassic Park”—scheduled to open in spring 2016.
The new Er Lou Neihu branch has just launched!* Limited-edition menu items you can't find anywhere else
We had actually planned to visit Er Lou Restaurant^ early February, but due to some unexpected travel plans (and sheer bad luck, XD), we ended up putting it off until the 228 Holiday long weekend!*
Four Free Eco-Guided Tours in New Taipei City – Gather Your Friends for a Nature Mini-Trip
New Taipei City boasts diverse terrains and natural resources, where you can often spot adorable insects and small animals. Starting now, the New Taipei City Government Agriculture Bureau is offering free eco-guided tour services at the Wazihwei Nature Reserve in Bali District, the Yuan Mountain Trail in Sanxia District, the Tung Blossom Viewing Trail in Tonghua Park, Tucheng District, and the Yingge Stone Trail in Yingge District. The guided tours start at 9:00 AM and last approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Stroll through Showa Park in Tokyo – a romantic explosion of pink and red among cherry blossom trees
Previously, I experienced the breathtaking ginkgo avenue here in autumn, and last spring, when the cherry blossoms bloomed, I didn’t hesitate to add this place to my itinerary again. Before coming here, I had already spent several days admiring cherry blossoms at famous spots. Thinking I might be desensitized, the beauty of Showa Memorial Park still hit me with an overwhelming impact, completely enchanting me. Aside from enjoying the view of cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers surrounding me both above and below, the parallel beauty of the pale pink and white hues of Yoshino cherry and Beni-shidare cherry “Sunshine” was also utterly intoxicating.
Bye-bye NewBike！YouBikes to be available in Banqiao, New Taipei City as early as April
Banqiao is getting YouBikes too！The New Taipei City Department of Transportation is phasing out the existing NewBike system in Banqiao and replacing it with the YouBike system. Residents in Banqiao can expect to access YouBikes by the end of April.
Building a skyscraper out of wood? The 24-floor HoHo Vienna Tower has firefighters “saying what the heck.”
Many travelers love visiting the observation decks of the world’s tallest buildings to take in panoramic city views, but have you ever heard of an architectural team planning to build a skyscraper entirely out of “wood”? The world’s tallest “wooden” skyscraper—the HoHo Vienna Tower (provisional translation)—will boast over 200,000 square feet of space and is set to be completed in Vienna in 2017.
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside — shout to the world from a little hill: I want to eat these dreamy fried chicken wings!
During a recent trip to Tokyo, a friend learned that I have a weakness for fried foods and highly recommended that I visit “Yamachan of the World” (世界の山ちゃん) to try their signature Dreamy Fried Chicken Wings. My friend said the wings are crispy outside, tender inside, and have a unique flavor that will definitely have you coming back for more.
The chirping of insects, birdsong, and starry skies — Malaysia’s Bamu Estate brings people closer to nature.
Calling it an eco estate would be more fitting. To get here, you must drive along a 7-kilometer plantation road, lined only with oil palms and oak trees. Along the way, you might pass just a few vehicles, and in the latter half of the journey, the rugged, bumpy road is barely wide enough for one car. This is how Bamu is nestled within a forest valley.